Tag: Food industry transparency

According to the FAO, approximately 2 billion people worldwide already consume insects as part of their diet. While not currently a hidden practice in mainstream brands, some protein powder companies do use insects, specifically cricket or mealworm powder, as a sustainable and nutritious protein source.

As of late 2007, Starbucks officially eliminated artificial trans fats, which are primarily sourced from partially hydrogenated oils, from their food and beverage products in their North American company-operated stores. This major policy change was a direct response to growing public health concerns and changing industry standards regarding these harmful ingredients. The move marked a significant shift in the company's approach to ingredient transparency and customer well-being.